Nephrotic Syndrome
type: Class
preferred label: Nephrosis
alternative label: Nephrotic Disorder
alternative label: Proteinuria Syndrome
subclass of: R7z8IPBHMwVOHP53OFYeSZN
definition: Nephrotic Syndrome is a kidney disorder characterized by excessive protein loss in the urine, low blood protein levels, high cholesterol, and swelling (edema). This condition results from damage to the kidney's filtering units (glomeruli) and can lead to complications requiring medical management.